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SUMMARY:Changing the Tides: GOTV Rally for Maine w/ Graham Platner\, Ro Khanna\, Troy Jackson\, and Matt Dunlap
DESCRIPTION:Join Congressman Ro Khanna and candidates Graham Platner\, Troy Jackson\, and Matt Dunlap in Bar Harbor on Friday for a Get-Out-the-Vote rally. Americans are tired of an establishment that puts billionaires over ordinary people. We need new leaders who will work for the hardworking people of Maine above all else. \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6:00. Speakers begin at 7:00. Sign up: mobilize.us/rokhanna\n\n\nScreenshot
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/changing-the-tides-gotv-rally-for-maine-w-graham-platner-ro-khanna-troy-jackson-and-matt-dunlap/
LOCATION:Criterion Theatre\, 35 Cottage Street\, Bar Harbor\, ME\, 04609
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SUMMARY:Primary Election Watch Party with Graham in Blue Hill!
DESCRIPTION:Once all the calls have been made\, doors knocked and ballots are in\, it’s time to watch the returns. Join Graham supporters across Maine on election night\, starting at 7pm in the Blue Hill YMCA. There will be appetizers and a cash bar. And of course\, Graham will be there! \nEveryone – volunteers\, supporters\, donors – from across Maine is welcome! \n6:00pm Doors Open 7:00pm Music Starts 8:00pm Speaking Program
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/primary-election-watch-party-with-graham-in-blue-hill/
LOCATION:Blue Hill YMCA\, Lawrence Center\, 32 Mines Road\, Blue Hill\, 04614
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T130000
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SUMMARY:We Rise Flag Day Rally
DESCRIPTION:It’s Flag Day and also *Rump’s 80th. Let’s take back the flag for democracy and due process. Music performed by Bowen Swersey and Friends. Speakers followed by march. \nPlease note parking is very limited at City Hall. A few spaces will be reserved for those with disabilities. Arrive early or park in one of the nearby lots on Water Street\, the Marina\, Franklin Street\, or Knowlton Park. Peacekeepers and medics will be present. Donations will be collected to benefit First Light Dawnland Return.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/we-rise-flag-day-rally/
LOCATION:Ellsworth City Hall\, 1 City Hall Plaza\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T203000
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SUMMARY:HCDC June Meeting: All About Canvassing
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 18\, 2026 @ 7:00pm\nUnitarian Universalist Church and via Zoom \nOur June meeting will be held on June 18th at 7:00 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Ellsworth and via Zoom. Following brief business updates\, guest speakers Anna Viertel and Abbie McMillen will present a canvassing workshop. \nNo voter outreach is more effective than canvassing. It’s the most effective thing you can do to bring unenrolled and undecided voters to the polls for Democrats. Come learn why it’s important that YOU join this effort and all about how to be successful. If you feel intimidated about canvassing\, our speakers will explain why the experience is probably not what you think. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nHow to divide the work efficiently and enjoyably with a canvassing buddy\nWhat types of handouts work best\nHow to create lists of people to maximize your impact\nWhen are the best times to knock on doors\nWays to talk to people who challenge you\nHow to harness energy after the Primary!\n\nWe all know the stakes of this November’s election. Here’s your chance to put aside fears and excuses and get out there and make a difference! Join us. \nRegister for Zoom. \n\n\nPre-registration required for Zoom attendance by noon the day before the meeting. You will receive a unique link you will need to use to join the meeting.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hcdc-2026-june-meeting/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T190000
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SUMMARY:HCDC July Meeting: What's Next for Maine? Maine Senate Selection Process
DESCRIPTION:With Imke Schessler\, Democratic State Committee Vice Chair\nOur July meeting will be held on Thursday the 16th at 7:00 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Ellsworth and via Zoom. \n***PLEASE NOTE: We are expecting larger than normal attendance for this meeting and parking is limited. We encourage you to car pool with friends if possible.*** \nIn light of recent events\, we are changing our previously announced agenda and will dedicate this meeting to a discussion of the Maine Democratic Party’s work to rapidly pull together a convention to nominate a new candidate to challenge U.S. Senator Susan Collins in November. This situation is unprecedented for Maine. We’ll describe how the  process came together\, how delegates will be chosen this weekend\, and provide details about the July 25 convention. And we’ll answer your questions. \nWe will be joined by Imke Schessler\, Vice Chair of the Maine Democratic Party.  \nThe guests we had planned\, Dakota Dupuis\, candidate for sheriff\, and Brian Thomas\, candidate for county probate judge\, will join us at a future meeting. \nRegister to attend by Zoom. \nPre-registration required for Zoom attendance by noon the day before the meeting. You will receive a unique link you will need to use to join the meeting.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hcdc-july-2026-meeting/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hancock County Delegate Nomination Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Hancock County Delegate Nomination Meeting will be held Saturday\, July 18 at Ellsworth Middle School\, 20 Forrest Avenue\, Ellsworth. This meeting is open to anyone who was a registered Democrat in Hancock County as of June 9\, 2026. At this meeting\, participants will select delegates to represent us at the statewide Nominating Convention which will be held Saturday\, July 25 at the Bangor Cross Insurance Center. \nMeeting Schedule \n8–10am: Check-in and day-of-event registration \n9–10am: Meet the delegates / candidates social hour \n10am: Meeting & voting begins \nHancock County Participants can be verified as a voter until 8:00am Saturday\, July 18. (Two hours before the Delegate Nominating Meeting.) Prior to the meeting\, verified voters will be emailed a link so they can vote on delegates remotely if they can not physically attending the meeting. \nRegister secure.ngpvan.com/0CMatV8bNUuqRLwmhfiLYw2 \n  \nUPDATE: those of you who pre-register will be emailed a link to a ballot\, so you will be able to vote even if you cannot attend in person on Saturday morning in Ellsworth. \n\nHancock Dems who haven’t pre-registered may still participate; there will be same-day registration starting at 8am Saturday at the school. Please arrive early to ensure that you are checked in well before the 10am start time. \n\n\n\nMore information on the statewide process at mainedems.org/senate-race.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hancock-county-delegate-nomination-meeting/
LOCATION:Ellsworth Middle School\, 20 Forrest Ave\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T130000
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SUMMARY:Annual Maine Democrats Muskie Lobster Bake
DESCRIPTION:The Maine Dems will host the 2026 Muskie Lobster Bake on Saturday\,  July 19th from 1-4pm at the Cumberland Fairgrounds. \nJoin fellow Democrats for this beloved summer tradition! More than a cookout – this is a rallying point. Hear from Democratic leaders\, connect with elected officials\, chat with fellow Democrats\, and gear up for the fight ahead. \nTicket includes full lobster bake. Chicken and vegetarian meals are also available\, and there will be a cash bar with beer and wine. \nGet Tickets: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/2026muskie
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/annual-maine-democrats-muskie-lobster-bake/
LOCATION:Cumberland Fairgrounds\, 197 Blanchard Rd\, Cumberland\, ME\, 04021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T210000
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SUMMARY:Sullivan Daze - A Celebration of Community and Place
DESCRIPTION:Sullivan Daze 2026 is set to take place on July 31st and Saturday\, August 1st in Sullivan\, Maine. This two-day community celebration kicks off on Friday evening with live music (Whippoorwill Wood and Cryin’ Out Loud)\, followed by a full day of festivities on Saturday at Sumner Memorial Park. Saturday’s events include demonstrations\, a craft and vendor fair\, live music\, children’s activities like bounce houses and games\, and a variety of food options. The day concludes with a fireworks display over Taunton Bay. \nSchedule of Events for July 31st and August 1st\, 2026\nLIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE\nFRIDAY\, JULY 31st 2026 (4:00 PM – 9:00 PM) \n5:00 – 6:30 PM — Whippoorwill Wood\n7:00 – 9:30 PM — Cryin’ Out Loud \nSATURDAY\, AUGUST 1ST\, 2026 (10:00 AM – 9:00 PM) \n12:00 – 1:00 PM — Snarky Sisterz\n1:30 – 3:00 PM — Rockin’ Ron & The New Society\n4:00 – 6:00 PM — JAM Company\n7:00 – 9:00 PM — On the Rocks \nFIREWORKS!\nSaturday at 9:00 PM — Big Fireworks Display
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/sullivan-daze-a-celebration-of-community-and-place/
LOCATION:Sumner Park\, Sullivan\, Maine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T130000
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SUMMARY:HCDC August Meeting: 13th Marvin Ott Lecture: The State of U.S. Foreign Policy
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 13\, 2026 @ 1:00pm\nUnitarian Universalist Church and via Zoom \nMarvin Ott is a professor at Johns Hopkins University and senior scholar at the Woodrow Wilson Center of the Smithsonian Institution who spent four decades with the federal government. His annual lectures provide an opportunity for citizens in and around Hancock County to learn about current world issues from an international affairs expert. \nAt the conclusion of his talk\, Ott will answer questions from the audience. \nEach year\, HCDC co-sponsors this event with The Ellsworth American. \nRegister for Zoom.\nZoom link will be available at a later date. \n\n\nPre-registration required for Zoom attendance by noon the day before the meeting. You will receive a unique link you will need to use to join the meeting.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hcdc-august-meeting-13th-marvin-ott-lecture-the-state-of-u-s-foreign-policy/
LOCATION:ME
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